Naumi Hotels has introduced a range of offerings for guests during Matariki weekend for 2026, covering food, beverages and experiences.
As New Zealand welcomes the rising of Matariki, the Māori New Year, Naumi Hotels in New Zealand invites guests to embrace this special season through thoughtfully curated experiences across its Auckland, Wellington and Queenstown properties.
Rooted in themes of remembrance, gratitude, renewal and togetherness, Matariki offers an opportunity to pause, reconnect and celebrate new beginnings. From culinary experiences inspired by local flavours to indulgent winter escapes in Queenstown, Naumi Hotels presents a collection of exclusive offers designed to honour the spirit of the season.
Auckland: Toast to New Beginnings at Naumi Hotel Airport Auckland
Located just minutes from Auckland Airport, Naumi Hotel Airport Auckland invites guests to embrace the spirit of Matariki through moments of reflection, gratitude and celebration.
Guests staying on direct bookings between 8 to 12 July 2026 will receive a complimentary bottle of Naumi Wine, offering the perfect opportunity to gather with loved ones and toast to new beginnings. Guests may enjoy either the shiraz, a medium-bodied red balancing ripe fruit and subtle spice with a smooth finish, or the sauvignon blanc, a crisp white with notes of dragon fruit, ripe peach and fresh green grass.
Wellington: Matariki-Inspired Flavours at Lola Rouge
At both Naumi Hotel Wellington and Naumi Studio Wellington, guests can celebrate Matariki through a specially curated seasonal offering at Lola Rouge Restaurant & Bar.
The limited-time Matariki Nights menu (from 2 to 12 July 2026) showcases locally inspired flavours and creative cocktails that honour the stories and significance of the Matariki stars. Guests can savour dishes such as Pāua & Prawn Wontons with kawakawa soy dipping sauce, alongside seasonal creations including Ranginui's Rain, a cocktail crafted with Amaretto, lemon juice, Cointreau and butterfly pea syrup.
Inspired by the Matariki star Waipunarangi, Ranginui's Rain reflects the belief that kindness and generosity return to those who share them, much like rain nourishing the earth in a continuous cycle of renewal.
Queenstown: Winter Wellness and Alpine Escapes
Celebrate Matariki amidst Queenstown's stunning winter landscape with exclusive stays at The Central Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter, and The Dairy Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter.
Set against the backdrop of Queenstown's spectacular winter scenery, guests booking direct between 8 and 12 July 2026 will receive a complimentary bottle of Prosecco, the perfect accompaniment to a cosy alpine escape during the Matariki season.
The highlight of the season is The Alpine Hot Pool Experience, with rates starting from NZD 450 per night. The package includes a one-hour private session at Bathe by Aluume, a wellness sanctuary featuring magnesium-enriched hot pools, a refreshing monsoon shower and breathtaking alpine views, the perfect setting to relax, reset and recharge.
For winter sports enthusiasts, on-site ski and snowboard storage is available for NZD 10 per room throughout the ski season.
Across New Zealand, Matariki represents a time to honour the past, celebrate the present and look forward to the future. Through meaningful dining experiences, seasonal cocktails, wellness escapes and exclusive guest offerings, Naumi Hotels in New Zealand welcomes travellers and locals alike to gather, reflect and create new memories this Matariki season.
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